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This episode walks you through his process of shooting hotel rooms for a client using only natural light. He shows you how he overcomes the challenges of dynamic range, low light, small rooms, and the lack of flashes.

Diffusion panels are used to soften natural light when taking outdoor photographs. Learn how to use diffuser panels in natural light with the tips in this free video on photography lighting techniques from a professional photographer.